The Napping House
By Audrey Wood
The Story
In a cozy napping house, a snoring granny, dreaming child, and sleepy pets stack up peacefully—until a lively flea causes unrest, waking everyone in a domino effect of chaos and confusion.
Why It's Special
If your child loves cuddly creatures, playful narratives, and surprising twists, The Napping House is a delightful choice.
- Big idea: Cozy layers of sleepers rest peacefully until a wakeful flea stirs things up, creating a humorous chain reaction.
- Vibes: Gentle and rhythmic, this cumulative tale feels like a soothing lullaby with a playful twist.
Notice how each character, from the snoring granny to the slumbering mouse, adds to the sleepy scene before the flea's tiny mischief begins.
Perfect For Kids Who...
- enjoy funny animal stories
- love predictable bedtime routines
- respond well to cumulative storytelling
- need help transitioning to sleep with humor
Ask Your Little Reader
Explore the wonders of this sleepy house with your child.
- Story & problem-solving: What happens when the wakeful flea bites? How does it affect everyone on the bed?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think the dreaming child feels when everyone wakes up?
- Real-life connection: Have you ever had a time when everyone in your house was asleep except for you?
- Imagination: If you could add another animal to the cozy bed, what would it be and why? Invite them to draw their favorite sleeping spot from the story.